EFFICACY OF DIGITAL VS. CONVENTIONAL RECRUITMENT: A PERFORMANCE-BASED ANALYSIS OF REACH, VELOCITY AND COST EFFICIENCY IN THE IT INDUSTRY    

Authors : Dr. HIRAL DHAL

Publishing Date : 2025

DOI : NSP/EB/ RT21STCMTOCC/2025/CH-09 (No DOI-Only Chapter ID)

ISBN : 978-93-49381-77-3

Pages : 93-104

Chapter id : NSP/EB/ RT21STCMTOCC/2025/CH-09

Abstract : This study conducts a comparative analysis of the efficacy of conventional and digital recruitment methodologies within the information technology sector. It delves into how specific demographic factors, including age, gender, educational qualifications, and professional tenure, shape individuals' inclinations toward these distinct recruitment channels. The research rigorously evaluates the influence of e-recruitment on key performance indicators like organizational reach, hiring velocity, and cost efficiency. It also systematically identifies the core strengths and limitations inherent in each recruitment paradigm. Employing a quantitative research design, data was systematically collected via questionnaires and subsequently processed using SPSS. The findings reveal a pronounced trend toward digital recruitment across a broad spectrum of demographic cohorts. However, the study also highlights that conventional methods retain a degree of relevance and strategic value. In essence, the IT industry is navigating a significant shift toward digital talent acquisition, underscoring the critical need for a nuanced understanding and a balanced integration of both recruitment strategies to optimize human resource outcomes.

Keywords : Digital Recruitment, Conventional Recruitment, IT Sector, Demographic Factors.

Cite : Dhal, H. (2025). Efficacy Of Digital Vs. Conventional Recruitment: A Performance-Based Analysis Of Reach, Velocity And Cost Efficiency In The It Industry (1st ed., pp. 93-104). Noble Science Press. https://noblesciencepress.org/chapter/nspeb-rt21stcmtocc2025ch-09

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